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Do All 2011 Pistols Fit the Same Holster? No. A pistol being described as a 2011 does not mean it will fit a holster made for another 2011. This is one of the most common misconceptions we see when customers shop for a 2011 holster. A customer will call in or email us asking if _____ model will fit a Staccato holster because they are both 2011's. Two pistols may use the same general operating syst …

Here at Dara, we've been making holsters and attachments for duty since 2013. When it comes to duty gear, your holster is only as reliable as the attachment securing it to your belt. While firearm retention often gets the spotlight, the mounting system is what keeps your duty weapon stable, accessible, and secure through every shift, training day, and high-stress encounter. At Dara Holsters, we've …

When it comes to weapon retention for duty holsters, there’s no substitute for testing in real-life conditions. At Dara Holsters, we believe a Level 3 duty holster should perform not just in theory or static range drills, but in the chaos of a real fight. That’s why we took our Level 3 Holster prototype to the mats at Meta Jiu Jitsu Academy inside Rich’s Gym, pairing two highly s …

Last weekend, we hit the range for something a little different: a full-blown 3-gun match—and it hit back. Hard. This style of competition involves shooting rifle, pistol, and shotgun in a single, fast-paced stage. It’s not just about pulling the trigger fast—it’s about moving smart, managing transitions, and keeping your head in the game while the clock is ticking and the …